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PMG 290L

1973 Triumph T100

Yellow Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15 mi
Last recorded15 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2009
Typical for 1973 Triumph T1008,371 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMG 290L
MakeTriumph
ModelT100
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2009 15 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008
Fail 15 Apr 2008

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 19,435 miles

Front tyre showing slight cracks due to age

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph T100?

Based on 5,649 MOT tests across 853 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
216
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
853
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Horn not working 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
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PMG 290L is a 1973 Triumph T100 in Yellow with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Triumph T100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 8,371 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph T100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMG 290L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T100 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph T100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of PMG 290L?

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What year was PMG 290L registered?

PMG 290L is a 1973 Triumph T100, first registered on 20 July 1973.

Is PMG 290L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMG 290L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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